Bellingham Procureware #ER019

Bellingham Seeks Engineering Consulting for Electric Avenue - Whatcom Creek Bridge Replacement

This opportunity involves the City of Bellingham seeking consulting services for the Electric Avenue - Whatcom Creek Bridge Replacement project. - Government Buyer: - City of Bellingham, Washington - Project managed by the Public Works Department - Scope of Work: - Civil and structural engineering consulting for preliminary design of a new bridge - Replacement of existing four-span reinforced concrete bridge with a 105-foot single-span prestressed concrete girder bridge - Bridge deck to be widened for two travel lanes, five-foot bike lanes in both directions, and six-foot pedestrian walkways on both sides - ADA-compliant approaches required - Utilities on the existing bridge must be maintained during and after construction, including temporary utility bypass design - Roadway, bicycle, and pedestrian improvements included - Environmental documentation and permit applications (including NEPA compliance) - Compliance with local, state, and federal permitting requirements - Notable Requirements: - Expertise in MUTCD, NACTO, AASHTO standards, WSDOT Local Agency Guidelines, City of Bellingham codes, stormwater management (SWMMWW), ADA, and shoreline design - FSBE/SBE goals: 0% FSBE, 10% SBE (voluntary) - City may retain the selected firm for future project phases - No specific OEMs or product vendors are named; opportunity is open to qualified consulting firms with relevant experience.

Description

The City of Bellingham is seeking consulting firms with expertise in Civil and Structural Engineering Design for a project to replace the existing four-span reinforced concrete bridge with a 105-foot long single-span prestressed concrete girder structure. The project includes widening the bridge deck to accommodate two travel lanes, bike lanes, and pedestrian walkways compliant with ADA standards, maintaining utilities during construction, and preparing environmental documentation including NEPA. The contract is expected to last approximately two years, from October 2026 to October 2028, with an option for extension. Key tasks include roadway, bicycle, and pedestrian improvements, structural and utility design, and environmental and permit documentation.

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